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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Budget Analysts salary in Providence, Rhode Island

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Providence metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$84,680
Mean annual$91,920
Range (10th to 90th)$61,930 to $127,980
Providence, Rhode Island employment140
State vs national-5.9% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Providence budget analysts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$61,93025TH$73,880MEDIAN$84,68075TH$108,06090TH$127,980

The middle 50% of workers earn between $73,880 and $108,060, with a median of $84,680.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Economics and Accounting

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5
  • Mathematical Reasoning

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Number Facility

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Summarize budgets and submit recommendations for the approval or disapproval of funds requests.

  2. 02

    Analyze monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.

  3. 03

    Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.

  4. 04

    Direct the preparation of regular and special budget reports.

  5. 05

    Provide advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.

  6. 06

    Compile and analyze accounting records and other data to determine the financial resources required to implement a program.

  7. 07

    Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.

  8. 08

    Interpret budget directives and establish policies for carrying out directives.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Budget Analysts in Providence, Rhode Island?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Budget Analysts in the Providence metropolitan area is $84,680.
Does Providence pay more than the Rhode Island state average for Budget Analysts?
The Providence metro median is -6.1% versus the Rhode Island state median of $90,150.
How does Providence compare to the national median for Budget Analysts?
The Providence metro median is -5.9% versus the BLS national figure of $90,001.
What is the salary range for Budget Analysts in Providence?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $61,930 and the 90th-percentile at $127,980 for the Providence metro area.
What education is required for Budget Analysts?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Providence CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.